MAKING
1 In a bowl, put the tomatoes and pour some boiling water over them.
2 Allow them stand for a minute or two, this will allow the skins slip off very easily.
3 Chop up the flesh finely.
4 In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
5 Add in the onion and garlic and soften for 5 minutes without letting them brown.
6 Add in the tomatoes, tomato puree, basil and salt and pepper.
7 Stir well.
8 Cover the pan and simmer gently for 15 minutes.
9 Uncover the pan and simmer for another 10-15 minutes and reduce the sauce slightly.